A parent states, "I think my child may be autistic. Where can I take him for genetic testing to find out?" How should the nurse respond?
1. "There is no test available for ASD."
2. "Testing is only available in large teaching hospitals."
3. "Most state health departments can provide this testing."
4. "The test is available in most physician offices."
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Rationale 1: There is no definitive genetic test for ASD.
Rationale 2: There is no definitive genetic test for ASD.
Rationale 3: There is no definitive genetic test for ASD.
Rationale 4: There is no definitive genetic test for ASD.
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